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Oil Prices in Hickory, PA
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| Heating Oil Company | Oil Price Per Gallon | Cash Discount | Volume Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR Augenstein Inc | Call for price | No | No |
| Kehm Oil Company | Call for price | No | No |
| Buffalo Bio Diesel | Call for price | No | No |
Hickory Homeowner’s Guide to Selecting an Oil Company
For Hickory homeowners heating with oil, selecting which of the 3 heating oil companies that serve Hickory is an important decision.
Full Service Oil Companies: Homeowners willing to pay a premium for a “set-it-and-forget-it” heating system choose one of the 0 “full-service” oil companies that serve Hickory. Full service companies such as undefined or undefined offer automatic fuel delivery and furnace repair under a single roof.
Discount Oil Companies: Also known by the names “COD Fuel Companies” or “Cash Heating Oil Companies”, these companies are for the budget-conscious Hickory homeowner. In return for better prices, you monitor the oil level in your tank and place an order when you run low on oil. Examples of cash heating oil companies that serve Hickory include Cr Augenstein Inc and Kehm Oil Co.
Hickory Heating Oil Company Fast Facts
Heating Oil Companies Serving Hickory: 3 companies
Average Distance From Oil Company to Hickory: 18 miles
Average Number Of Hickory Homes Served Per Company: 22 homes
Average Gallons Delivered per Hickory Oil Company: 14,626 gallons per year
Hickory, PA Heating Oil Trends
Last year, Hickory homeowners purchased a total of 43,880 gallons of heating oil. Out of the 1042 towns in Pennsylvania, Hickory ranks 1053rd for home heating oil consumption.
Country-wide, Hickory ranks 5037th out of 29,620 towns in America for heating oil consumption.
Short Term Trends
Hickory’s overall heating oil use varies from year to year, primarily depending on how cold each winter is. As the temperature outside gets colder, homes’ heating systems need to burn more and more oil to keep homes warm. Last winter in Hickory, the average outside temperature was 3.1° F colder than the prior winter's average outside temperature.
Hickory Average Winter Temperature
| Heating Season | Average Temperature |
|---|---|
| 2024 - 2025 | 33.9° F |
| 2023 - 2024 | 37° F |
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Propane vs. Natural Gas vs. Heating Oil: Hickory Home Heating Fuel Comparison
Homeowners have a variety of home heating fuels to choose from. Electricity is the most popular choice in Hickory, used by 218 or 41.21% of homes. The 2nd most popular choice for Hickory homeowners is natural gas, used by 182 homes (34.40%). The remaining homes are heated with heating oil (68), wood (48), propane (18), and other fuels (9).
Hickory Primary Home Heating Fuel Popularity by Number of Households
| Fuel | Hickory Households | % of Households |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity | 218 | 41.2% |
| Natural Gas | 182 | 34.4% |
| Heating Oil | 68 | 12.9% |
| Wood | 48 | 9.1% |
| Propane | 18 | 3.4% |
| Other Fuels | 9 | 1.7% |
Electricity (41.2%)
Natural gas (34.4%)
Heating oil (12.9%)
Wood (9.1%)
Propane (3.4%)
Other fuels (1.7%)
#2 Heating Oil (Fuel Oil) Use in Hickory
Heating oil has become less popular in Hickory. In the 11 years since 2011, the number of heating oil homes fell from 237 to 68, a 71.31% drop.
Hickory Heating Oil Households (2011 - 2022)
| Year | Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 237 |
| 2012 | 232 |
| 2013 | 195 |
| 2014 | 198 |
| 2015 | 182 |
| 2016 | 107 |
| 2017 | 93 |
| 2018 | 62 |
| 2019 | 48 |
| 2020 | 44 |
| 2021 | 55 |
| 2022 | 68 |
Propane vs. Natural Gas use for home heating in Hickory
Between 2011 and today, the number of homes using propane as the primary space heating fuel fell from 54 to 18.
Between 2011 and today, the number of homes using natural gas as the primary space heating fuel fell from 302 to 182.
Electricity use for home heating in Hickory
Electric space heating systems are becoming more popular in Hickory. Since 2011, the number of homes heating with electricity rose from 81 to 218, a 169.14% increase.
Solar use for home heating in Hickory
Solar is the most environmentally friendly of all space heating fuels. With an “active” solar heating system, liquid is circulated between solar panels on a home’s roof and a heat energy storage tank in the basement.
Homeowners in Hickory have not yet adopted solar heating.
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Hickory, PA Heating Oil Delivery Overview
Approximately 68 households in Hickory, PA heat their homes with fuel oil. This makes oil delivery essential, especially when Hickory, PA temperatures drop as low as 42.5° F each winter.
12% of Hickory, PA Households Rely On Heating Oil Delivery Each Winter
| Hickory, PA Households | Hickory, PA Heating Oil Households |
|---|---|
| 529 | 68 |
3 Hickory, PA Oil Companies Go the Distance
With 43,879 gallons of heating oil delivered to Hickory, PA homeowners during the winter of 2024, the Hickory, PA community relies on its 3 oil companies to keep warm.
Oil delivery is a two step process: First, an oil truck picks up oil at the nearest bulk fuel terminal. In the case of Hickory, PA, two of the closest terminals are null in null and null in null. Then, the truck delivers the #2 heating oil to homes and businesses in Hickory, PA.
Hickory Heating Oil Prices FAQs
What if oil prices change after I order, but before delivery?
Your price will lock, when you place order.
Do I need to be home for the delivery?
Credit card orders: You don’t need to be home.
How much oil should I order?
95% of homes have 275 gallons oil tanks, and if you have around 1/4th tank, we recommend ordering 150 gallons to take advantage of bulk discounts, which typically kick in at 150 gallons.
What is a “cash/check deal” and why is it cheaper than a regular credit card deal?
Many oil companies offer a discount for cash or check payment because this avoids credit card fees. If you grab a cash/check deal, the provider contacts you prior to delivery to arrange payment.
